What you need to know about

Canine Cough

Canine Cough is a general term encompassing a viral or bacterial illness that inflames the windpipe and lungs and causes a cough. The severity and sound of the cough varies by virus and by the dog's overall immune system.

 

How is it spread?

The virus spreads just like a human virus; it is an airborne virus and can be spread through coughing, sneezing, and contact of surfaces.

Environmental irritants (like pollen) may increase the likelihood of some dogs developing canine cough.

Dogs can get the virus at dog parks, daycares, vet offices, stores, even walking down the street, basically anywhere.

Timeline:

Incubation period: 2-14 days

Symptoms usually last: 7-14 days

Contagious: 10-14 days (after last clinical symptom)

 

Can I protect my dog?

There is no true protection, just as there isn't with a human cold or flu.

The Bordetella vaccine creates immunity against a few strains, but not all.

How bad is it?

The majority of cases are the equivalent of a cold in a human and don't require any medical intervention or antibiotics. Allowing your pet's body to heal itself naturally is always advisable.

Taking your dog to the veterinarian is he best way to determine the best course of action for your dog.

Symptoms

A persistent cough, that can sound like a honking, like something stuck in their throat or a people-like-cough.

The cough is noticeable usually at night, in the morning or after excitement or activity.

Occasional Symptoms:

• white phlegm
• runny nose
• sneezing
• eye discharge
• mild loss of energy

Symptoms to watch for*

• loss of appetite
• changes in breathing
• lethargy
• green nasal discharge
• fever

 

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